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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Abstracts.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the story "The Enduring Chill," what does Mrs. Fox believe is wrong with Asbury?
(a) She thinks he has contracted a respiratory infection.
(b) She thinks he is having a nervous breakdown.
(c) She thinks he has the enduring chill.
(d) She thinks he is having a spiritual crisis.

2. In the story "The Enduring Chill," why does Asbury not want to see Dr. Block?
(a) He does not believe that there is anything wrong with him.
(b) He does not want to be treated for his illness.
(c) He is willing himself to die.
(d) He believes his problem is beyond the doctor's comprehension.

3. In the story "The Comforts of Home," what does Star wear when she enters Thomas' room late one night?
(a) A robe
(b) A short dress
(c) Nothing
(d) A nightgown

4. In the story "Parker's Back," what draws Parker to the design he plans on having tattooed on his back?
(a) The burning bush
(b) The crown of thorns
(c) Jesus' eyes
(d) The religious symbolism

5. In the story "A View of the Woods," how does Fortune characterize Mary Fortune when she attacks him?
(a) As an evil child
(b) As pure Pitts
(c) As pure Fortune
(d) As a traitor

Short Answer Questions

1. In the story "Greenleaf," why does Mrs. May believe she suddenly becomes so tired?

2. In the story "Everything That Rises Must Converge," what does Julian say to the black man sitting next to him to try and upset his mother?

3. In the story "Revelation," what does Mrs. Turpin say is "the worst thing in the world"?

4. In the story "Greenleaf," how does Mrs. May plan on trapping the bull?

5. In the story "Revelation," what does Mrs. Turpin notice about the old woman sitting next to the child?

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